culture

cul-ture · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The arts, customs, and beliefs of a particular society or group.

  2. 2.

    (Biology) To grow microorganisms in controlled conditions.

  3. 3.

    Refined taste in art, music, and literature.

  4. 4.

    (Biology) A growth of microorganisms in a nutrient medium.

  5. 5.

    The cultivation of plants or breeding of animals.

Forms

plural: cultures

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    culture shock — disorientation from experiencing a new culture
  • •
    pop culture — mainstream popular entertainment and media
  • •
    corporate culture — the values and behaviors within a company
  • •
    culture vulture — a person keen on arts and culture
  • •
    cancel culture — withdrawing support for public figures

Related words

See also: cult, cultural, cultures
Synonyms: civilization, heritage, society

Etymology

From Latin "cultura" (cultivation, growing), from "colere" (to cultivate, tend).